Podcasting 2.0 in Practice

How transcripts enhance accessibility and improve content discoverability. Ellie Rubinstein, head of Pocket Casts, explains how transcripts serve as written versions of podcast episodes, making them searchable and enabling better audience engagement. In a crowded content environment, by attaching transcripts to their episodes using the Podcasting 2.0 tags, podcasters can increase their reach and v...

Learn exactly how to donate money to your favourite shows using the funding feature on modern podcast apps, and, as a podcaster, how to set up this feature with your hosting company so your listeners can financially support you. Task: Listeners Find the funding symbol on some of the popular 2.0 listening apps. Task: Podcasters Set up your own funding link using hosts' inbuilt subscription offering...

How the funding feature within Podcasting 2.0 streamlines listener support for podcasters. Captivate's Danny Brown explains how the funding model enhances interactivity by making it easier for fans to contribute financially, whether it’s through Patreon, Buy Me a Coffee, or direct payments. The conversation emphasizes the importance of reducing barriers between listeners and podcasters, allowing f...

Look into the future as Daniel J. Lewis tells us all about super chapters and they potential they offer podcasters and podcast listeners. Earn some imaginary extra credit as you learn how super chapters could enable podcasters to incorporate polls, image galleries, and even formatted text blocks directly into their episodes. This innovation aims to enhance listener interaction by allowing them to...

This episode is all about how to navigate and make the most of chapters in relevant podcasting apps. Whether you're walking the dog or working out at the gym, you'll discover how easy it is to glance at your device and see not just the chapter title but also the associated image and links. Tasks Find the Play Screen on your podcast listening app – the gateway to a world of features! Locate chapter...

Chapters in podcasting are transforming the way listeners engage with audio content by allowing for a more interactive and visual experience. Daniel J. Lewis explains how these chapters function similarly to a slideshow, enhancing the listening experience with images and actionable links that can be updated independently from the audio file. This innovation not only helps listeners skip to the par...

Learn about the history of podcasting in it's first and second iterations from James Cridland, and earn yourself some extra imaginary credit! In this chat James shares insights on the origins of podcasting, tracing its roots back to a blog post written by Adam Curry in 2001 and the subsequent collaboration with Dave Weiner to develop RSS technology for audio distribution. This collaboration was in...

Modern podcast apps and hosting platforms that support Podcasting 2.0 features can significantly enhance the podcasting experience. I’ve assigned some light homework for both creators and listeners to familiarize themselves with these apps and explore their functionalities. Tasks Start putting into action what you learnt in 101 and 2.0: Podcast Basics by exploring modern podcast apps and digging d...

Let’s talk about some very basic terminology around podcasting that will be beneficial as you progress through this podcast series. Podcasting 2.0 enhances the listener's experience through innovative features. Dave Jackson , a veteran in the podcasting world, discusses these advancements that bring more power to the listener. What is a podcast app/listener app? What’s the difference between a pod...

The concept of value for value in the podcasting world explores how listeners who gain value from a show can return that value in the form of time, talent or treasure – or all three, which. would be nice! David and Leila Medus share their experiences and insights of listener support for their show Fun Fact Friday , and discuss the importance of communicating this model to listeners, encouraging th...

Before we look into some of the monetization options within Podcasting 2.0, let's consider those that are traditionally recognized as income streams for podcasters. In this episode, Sarah Ferris and I discuss the pros and cons of: Paid advertising Sourcing sponsors Subscription models like Patreon, Buy Me a Coffee and Apple Subscriptions Affiliate marketing We also ask: How much can podcasters exp...

Let's talk about the three main hurdles faced by podcasters and podcast listeners, and start to consider how Podcasting 2.0 can help us leap effortlessly over them. Before we get onto the features – or tags – of Podcasting 2.0 – basically the things that you can do – I want to focus on why you need them and how they can help you, without going into the details of what they are – yet. Features of P...

Why have you made this podcast Claire? And why should we bother to listen? In this introductory episode of Podcasting 2.0 in Practice, find out who I am and why I chose to make this show. You'll also learn how the show works, since this is not a passive listen but an interactive course. Find podcasting resources , links and extra listening at Creativityfound.co.uk/podcasting Disclaimer Things chan...

In this new course-style podcast we’ll look at the ways that Podcasting 2.0 features – also known as tags – can help podcast creators with discovery, interactivity, and monetization, and help listeners to support and contribute to the success of their favourite shows. I will be joining you in your learning as I chat with guest experts and ask the questions: • What is the ‘thing’? • How can it enha...